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Attractions in Key West, Florida


Audubon House - This elegant mid-nineteenth century example of American Classic Revival architecture was built in the 1840's by Capt. John H. Geiger. Capt. Geiger was the port’s first state licensed harbor pilot.

Captian Hook's Diving and Fishing - Since the 1950s, Captain Hook’s Marina and Dive Center has been the place to get everything you need for a day on the water. Charters for fishing, diving, snorkeling, dive instruction and certification; bait and tackle; scuba equipment and air tanks; boat rentals; snacks and beverages—we have all you’ll need.

Danger Charters - Sail to a place where the wildlife is still "wild", and your interaction with nature is intimate and authentic. You feel as if you’ve stepped back in time, back to the days when the Florida Keys backcountry was home to traditional, shallow-draft sailing craft, captained by local water men that had grown up sailing and navigating the notorious shallows and challenging narrow channels of the Florida Keys.

Disney's Old Key West Resort - Disney's Old Key West Resort is an island hamlet of brilliant green landscapes, pastel-colored Victorian architecture and ornate gingerbread accents. Enjoy our 4 heated pools, the largest of which boasts 149,600-gallons and offers a water slide, children's pool and spa. Take advantage of ample opportunities for active fun, including facilities for basketball, tennis, volleyball, golf and boating.

Dolphin Safari Charters - Our 3.5 hr. trip takes only 6 passengers to see dolphins in the wild. Each dolphin safari is unique and exciting. Watch them sleep, fish & play. Enjoy a nice boat ride, then snorkel & see fish, starfish, stingrays, turtles, patch reef, sponge gardens & more. Swim and snorkel in the shallow turquoise waters of the marine sanctuary.

Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - A registered national landmark. While living in this spacious island mansion, Hemingway penned most of his greatest novels.

Fury Water Adventures - Choose from a variety of activities: Snorkeling, Sunset sails/cruises, parasailing, Glass bottom boat, Private Charters and our most popular trip, the all inclusive Fury Ultimate Adventure.

Harry S. Truman Little White House - The Harry S. Truman Little White House is one of Florida's greatest historic treasures. The home was used as the White House of the United States during the Truman administration. Step back in time to experience the house as it was redecorated for President Truman in 1949.

Key West Aquarium - Key West hosts millions of visitors and the Aquarium showcases marine life indigenous to the Florida Keys. Discover the undersea world at the Key West Aquarium. A Window of Wonder comes alive as expert guides explain the mysteries of the water surrounding the Florida Key.


Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory - We are home to hundreds of butterflies and exotic colorful birds from around the world. During your breathtaking journey you will experience an impressive collection of flowering plants, cascading waterfalls and trees that set the stage for the “flowers of the sky.”

Key West Shipwreck Treasures Museum - Step back to Key West of 1851 and discover the treacherous world of shipwrecking and how it made Key West the richest city in the United States. Live actors, artifacts, laser technology and a 60' lookout tower make the experience one of a kind.

Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum - The Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society operates a two thousand square foot conservation laboratory that specializes in conserving underwater archaeological artifacts.

Pirate Soul Museum - The Ultimate Pirate Museum! Examine authentic pirate plunder, weapons, confessions, and other rare artifacts as we take you aboard-and even below deck- on an amazing interactive journey back 300 years of high seas adventure.

Red Barn Theatre - The Red Barn Theatre has become a cultural cornerstone for the Key West community while building a national reputation for creating big things in a small space. Many well-known and very talented people are a part of the Red Barn Theatre's story. Join us!

Ripley's Believe It Or Not - Experience 12,000 square feet of the odd and unusual with over 500 exhibits to explore. This museum is anything but ordinary!

Sebago Watersports - Premiere Watersports company serving Key West for over 20 years, offering the finest watersports experience and the best seats on the water! Champagne Sunset Sails, Snorkel and Sail Excursions to the living coral reef, parasailing, jet skis and wave runners.

Subtropic Dive Center - Dive the third largest Barrier Reef in the world, located within the Florida Keys Marine Sanctuary. We run three trips daily on each of our boats…wrecks, reefs and night dives. Don't miss out on this fantastic adventure!

Sunny Days Catamarans - Whether it’s snorkeling the living coral reef, observing dolphins in their natural habitat, or reliving the history of Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas, let Sunny Days Catamarans be your host!

Waterfront Playhouse - Waterfront Playhouse, a professional theater located in Mallory Square in Old Town, Key West, Florida, presents comedies, dramas, musicals, outreach programs, classes, audience talk-backs, an alternative venue, plays, readings and more.